A rabbi’s lifelong journey to discover the source and inspiration of Hasidism. As a student of Abraham Joshua Heschel’s ......more
A rabbi’s lifelong journey to discover the source and inspiration of Hasidism. As a student of Abraham Joshua Heschel’s ......more
From the battles over Jerusalem to the emergence of the "Holy Land," from legally mandated ghettos to the Edict of Expul......more
Julius Wellhausen was a monumental figure in the field of biblical studies, but his work has been denounced as antisemit......more
If you think the Bible is irrelevant, irrational, or even, at times, immoral--and you have an open mind--The Rational Bi......more
In this pioneering book for believers, nonbelievers, and anyone curious about the supernatural, renowned exorcist Father......more
With the social and cultural upheavals of early modern Europe, rabbis had to fight to preserve Jewish tradition. Hakham ......more
Cultivating Sikh Culture and Identity explores the development of modern Sikh identities through the concept of ’cultiva......more
The diaspora of Portuguese Jews and New Christians, known as Gente da Nação (People of the Nation), is considered the la......more
The diaspora of Portuguese Jews and New Christians, known as Gente da Nação (People of the Nation), is considered the la......more
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This translation of The Jewish State (Der Judenstaat) is based on a revised translation published by the Scopus Publis......more
Alan Mintz (1947-2017) was a singular figure in the American Jewish literary landscape. In addition to publishing six au......more
Yitskhok Rudashevski was taken to the Vilna Ghetto at age 13 and murdered at age 15. This is his diary, discovered in hi......more
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Explores the influence of Kabbalah in shaping America’s religious identity In 1688, a leading Quaker thinker and activis......more
It is asserted by Judaism, Christianity and Islam alike that sin is a central part of human life. Where sin comes from, ......more
The Achaemenid period (550-330 BCE) is rightly seen as one of the most formative periods in Judaism. It is the period in......more
Though typically associated more with Judaism than Christianity, the status and sacrality of Hebrew has nonetheless been......more
This volume offers a comprehensive examination of circumcision and foreskin in the undisputed Pauline epistles. Historic......more
Truth informs much of the self-understanding of religious believers. Accordingly, understanding what we mean by ’truth’ ......more
An original anthology of modern responsa (Jewish ethical and ritual decision-making) by rabbinic authorities, men and wo......more
Befitting her name, this book offers seven unique perspectives on the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon in 1 Kings ......more
The last King of Babylon, Nabonidus (556-539 BCE), did not fade into obscurity after the Persian conquest in 539 BCE. He......more
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This book explores figurative images of the womb and the simile of a woman in labor from the Hebrew Bible, problematizin......more
In this erudite new work, Elliot R. Wolfson explores philosophical gnosis in the writings of Susan Taubes, Gillian Rose,......more
In this erudite new work, Elliot R. Wolfson explores philosophical gnosis in the writings of Susan Taubes, Gillian Rose,......more
This book is about the history of Jews and Christians, and their interaction, in Capernaum from the time of Jesus until ......more
The Book of Jewish Knowledge--A Multifaceted Exploration of the Teachings, Observances, and History of Judaism The Book ......more
Zoroastrianism - The Divine Light In the eternal battle between light and darkness, Zoroastrianism: The Divine Light gui......more
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The Book of Jewish Knowledge--A Multifaceted Exploration of the Teachings, Observances, and History of Judaism The Book ......more
Jews are scattered in all countries of the world, although they reside mainly in countries of European origin. Most of t......more
The Studia Philonica Annual is a scholarly journal devoted to the study of Hellenistic Judaism, particularly the writing......more
While premodern kabbalistic texts were not chronicles of historical events, they provided elaborate models for understan......more
In this book, Benjamin Strosberg explores difficulties and anxieties inherent in studying, defining, and defending again......more
A SHORT GRAMMAR OF JEWISH PALESTINIAN ARAMAIC This concise grammar was specifically developed for the study of the Jewis......more
Discover Humans of Judaism, a heartwarming collection of beautiful portraits and moving stories filled with joy, bravery......more
This is the fourth volume of the Zohar’s, covering the books of Exodus and Leviticus, the second and third books of the ......more
This translation contains all 3 Books of Enoch: 1) 1 Book of Enoch (Also called The Ethiopic Book of Enoch) 2) 2 Book of......more
In the nineteenth century, a number of Zoroastrians emigrated from Iran to India. The subsequent importance of the cultu......more
This volume utilizes Catherine Bell’s ritual theory to shed new light on the many rituals reflected in ancient Mediterra......more
From the late seventeenth century to the late eighteenth century, the Sikh community transformed from a relatively insig......more
This book presents a comprehensive theoretical study of fictional and non-fictional narratives of 1984 anti-Sikh violenc......more
Exploring the Dark Feminine: Lamastu and Lilith This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the mythological figures......more
Exploring the Dark Feminine: Lamastu and Lilith This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the mythological figures......more
This book brings a broad, holistic approach to the study of the phenomena of the global Sikh community referred to colle......more
This volume brings together work by established and emerging scholars to consider the work and impact of Bhai Vir Singh....more
In Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, Bahá’u’lláh addresses a Muslim cleric known for his persecution of Bahá’ís, offering ......more
A surprising history of how the pig has influenced Jewish identity Jews do not eat pig. This (not always true) observati......more
"For the devil’s word is alive and has sinful power, sharper than the nails of golgoth, it penetrates deep, separates fl......more
A provocative, irreverent biography of Anton Szandor LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan, BORN WITH A TAIL chronicles ......more
This volume explores the early Jewish understanding of divine knowledge as divine presence, which is embodied in major b......more
In this fully updated and revised edition of his original ground breaking book, join Ps Enoch Lavender as he uncovers ke......more
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This cutting-edge volume addresses central questions and issues animating Judaism, Jewish identity, and Jewish society i......more
In this fifth volume of the Philo of Alexandria Commentary Series, originally published by Brill in hardcover, Albert C.......more
Today there are more than seven million Jews in the United States. As with Americans of all ethnicities and religious pe......more
How will we be able to recognize the Messiah? Christians claim that Jesus is the Messiah, but how can we know if that is......more
Who Owns the Land? That’s the question being asked in homes and on college campuses all over the world. The conversation......more
Understanding Judaism and the Jews in the Gospel of John: Polemic, Tradition, and Johannine Self-Identity reopens the pe......more
This is the fascinating, real-life story of the son of a poor Persian rice farmer who rose to become the most illustriou......more
This amazing book tells the stories of forty regular people and their heroic actions from October 7. Of how these indivi......more
The symposium that kicks off the latest volume of Studies in Contemporary Jewry focuses on the city that is at the very ......more
The period of Arabo-Islamic domination of parts of Sicily, and the consequent large Muslim presence on the island from 8......more
Anti-Jewish sentiment in the Orthodox liturgy was and still is one of the main stumbling blocks for the Jewish-Orthodox ......more
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What can early Jewish courtroom narratives tell us about the capacity and limits of human justice? By exploring how judg......more
Demons in the USA argues that a discourse on the demonic that developed in the nineteenth century continues to exert a p......more
This study investigates the Old Greek translation of Job regarding its text, Vorlage, translation technique, literary co......more
Federico Dal Bo examines the design of early Hebrew books from the late fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, focusing not ......more
"Free Choice: The Final Battle" offers an evocative journey that delves into the complex interplay between individual au......more
"He who wishes to be pious, let him practise the teachings of Avot"-Baba Kamma, 30a. In this timeless collection of Jewi......more
"He who wishes to be pious, let him practise the teachings of Avot"-Baba Kamma, 30a. In this timeless collection of Jewi......more
This follow-up to Theology of the Hebrew Bible, Volume 1: Methodological Studies focuses on readers’ engagement with the......more
This follow-up to Theology of the Hebrew Bible, Volume 1: Methodological Studies focuses on readers’ engagement with the......more
After nearly half a century of studying and teaching major works of modern Jewish religious thought, Arnold Eisen has wr......more
After nearly half a century of studying and teaching major works of modern Jewish religious thought, Arnold Eisen has wr......more
From the viral social media account @oldjewishmen comes a hilarious and irresistible guide and perfect gift for every OJ......more
JONATHAN BEN UZIEL, the author of the Aramaic Translation of the major and minor Prophets lived thirty years before the ......more
JONATHAN BEN UZIEL, the author of the Aramaic Translation of the major and minor Prophets lived thirty years before the ......more
Reel Kabbalah: Jewish Mysticism and Neo-Hasidism in Contemporary Cinema studies the ways in which fictional film in the......more
SUKKOT (pronounced Soo-KOTE) is the Hebrew name for this week-long Jewish, Biblical holiday, also known as the Feast of ......more
Marcus Jastrow’s Hebrew and Aramaic Dictionary is an indispensable tool for any student or scholar studying Hebrew and A......more
Torah Travels delves into the ethical, spiritual, and interpersonal dimensions of the weekly Torah portion and the Jewis......more
In researching her family history, Nicole Czarnecki has realized that some facets of it just didn’t exactly click and ma......more
A perpetually creative platform, kabbalistic literature challenges plain, predictable, or privileged interpretations of ......more
How do traditions and peoples grapple with loss, particularly when it is of such magnitude that it defies the possibilit......more
How do traditions and peoples grapple with loss, particularly when it is of such magnitude that it defies the possibilit......more
The Kingdom of the Occult delivers the timely follow-up to Dr. Martin’s best-selling The Kingdom of the Cults This book ......more
In 1924, Rabbi Isidor Signer was ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in New York City. He had been bo......more
It Takes Two to Torah is not just an education, it’s an invitation - to join the oldest Book Club in the world. This boo......more